Analysis: Aspire Health Founder Brad Smith chosen as new CMMI director
The change in CMMI leadership could mean long-anticipated models are released, and may signal more emphasis on palliative care in future models based on Brad Smith’s background.
Atrius Health: Experience with global-risk contracts paves way to success in new arrangement
Previous success in risk-based contracts will allow Atrius Health to thrive in its new global-risk arrangement with Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts, two of the provider’s leaders write.
Number of Medicare ACOs stays flat, but risk-taking increases
The number of Medicare ACOs has stagnated, but many more are taking on financial risk.
Cautionary tales: Why some payer-provider initiatives have stumbled
Health system leaders that are considering launching a provider-sponsored health plan can take a lesson from the experiences of organizations that faced challenges in pursuing such a strategy.
Payer-provider partnership success stories
Partnering with a health plan has been shown to be an effective strategy for health systems undertaking a value-based payment strategy.
A tailored approach to value-based care product development
To be successful, a value-based-payment initiative must be tailored to the provider organization's market and capabilities.
‘We were completely wrong’: How Henry Ford Health System won a major direct contract
How one health system won a large direct contract as such arrangements become more widespread.
Dec. 16-20: CMS comment deadlines are among upcoming healthcare finance developments
A complete listing of healthcare finance-related hearings, conferences, webinars, public forums and deadlines for the week of Dec. 16.
Analysis: ChenMed moves into new territory
ChenMed’s entrance into new markets will likely have an impact on ambulatory-sensitive ED visits and admissions for underserved Medicare Advantage patients.
Analysis: More options for providers looking to directly contract with employers for episodes of care
Platforms like Carrum Health’s are meeting the demands of employers for higher-value care and the providers who want to meet these demands.